The Corporate Regulator in Australia announced, in a judgement on 6th Feb 2024, that Brite Advisors Pty Ltd was to be put into liquidation. (More to follow when we have …
US Residents who transferred into a QROPS – There May Be Trouble Ahead – Part 2
Our previous ‘There May Be Trouble Ahead‘ post covered the position of the IRS on British pensions for US Residents who transferred into a QROPS in Malta and Gibraltar. While …
USA residents with QROPS? – There May Be Trouble Ahead
There may be trouble ahead for those US residents with QROPS, specifically those that were advised to transfer their British pensions to a Malta QROPS or a Gibraltar QROPS while …
Tax-Efficient Investing in France
By Eddie Sammon An introduction to Assurance Vie There are many ways to invest in a tax-efficient manner whilst resident in France. We will start this series with an introduction …
Fear of Retirement
Image by wayhomestudio on Freepik Fear of the unknown can be addressed by making a plan. Fear of retirement is now one of life’s top stress-inducing events. For people who …
Are European Banks Really Stronger Than Their U.S. Rivals?
According to officials and analysts speaking at the Institute of International Finance conference in Brussels last week, European banks are looking stronger and more attractive than their U.S. counterparts on …
Could a No-Deposit 100% Mortgage Plan be the Solution to UK Homebuying Challenges?
In a surprising move reminiscent of the pre-2008 financial crisis era, the fourth-largest building society in the UK recently began offering no-deposit 100% mortgage loans once again. This development has …
Bitcoin’s Untamed Journey: Regulation, Uncertainty, and Pricing Trends
In the realm of finance and technology, few phenomena have captured the imagination and curiosity of investors and enthusiasts alike quite like Bitcoin. Since its inception, the groundbreaking cryptocurrency has …
Best U.S. Cities to Retire in 2023
Choosing the perfect place to retire is a major decision that involves numerous factors such as affordability, quality of life, healthcare facilities, and cultural opportunities. Aiming to identify the top …
The Rise of the Cash-Only Lifestyle Amid Bank Failures
In the wake of several recent bank failures in the United States, some Americans are considering alternatives to keeping their savings in banks and opting for a cash-based lifestyle. The …